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Politics

Epra sidelined as Executive gains control over fuel prices

The News

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority appears to have been sidelined in decision-making on retail petroleum product costs, with Cabinet Secretaries and the President taking a larger role in determining pump prices for diesel and kerosene.

Why it matters

EPRA sidelined from fuel pricing decisions signals a critical shift in executive power over economic policy with direct impact on Kenyans' cost of living.

21 hours ago · The Standard →

Politics

  1. Epra sidelined as Executive gains control over fuel prices

    The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority appears to have been sidelined in decision-making on retail petroleum product costs, with Cabinet Secretaries and the President taking a larger role in determining pump prices for diesel and kerosene.

    21 hours ago · The Standard →

  2. President Ruto's luxury travel draws criticism amid domestic fuel crisis

    The Standard reports that President William Ruto's preference for fine living and private aviation has sparked public anger, particularly as fuel protests have disrupted Kenya while he vacationed in Baku.

    21 hours ago · The Standard →

  3. Gachagua accuses government of radicalising Kenyans through economic policy

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of fuelling public anger by mishandling the economy, transport sector policies, and alleged human rights abuses. He specifically criticised Bus Rapid Transit proposals, saying they threatened livelihoods in the matatu industry.

    16 hours ago · Capital News →

  4. NPS denies Nairobi OCS arrest amid public backlash

    The National Police Service denied reports that Nairobi Central OCS Chief Inspector Dishen Ongoya was arrested and processed for court, calling them "entirely erroneous and misleading." However, the statement triggered widespread backlash after users pointed to earlier police reports indicating Ongoya had been arrested by the Deputy Regional Police Commander over allegations of abuse of office.

    16 hours ago · Capital News →

  5. IEBC schedules Ol Kalou by-election candidate registration for May 25-26

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set May 25 and 26, 2026 for candidate registration in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, scheduled for July 16. The by-election was triggered by the death of incumbent MP David Kiaraho on March 29.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  6. Jubilee Party urges rejection of Finance Bill 2026

    The Jubilee Party, through deputy leader Fred Matiang'i, has called on Kenyans to reject the Finance Bill 2026, warning that it contains punitive clauses that will worsen the cost of living and push the country into deeper crisis, hitting ordinary Kenyans hardest if passed.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  7. Kindiki appeals for peace after transport strike violence

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Kenyans to safeguard peace and stability following a transport sector strike marked by deaths, violence and destruction, saying the country cannot make progress without peace.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  8. High Court nullifies Aisha Jumwa's Kenya Roads Board chair appointment

    The High Court has quashed former Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa's appointment as Chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board, ruling the process violated the Constitution and the Kenya Roads Board Act by failing to meet statutory requirements for transparency, accountability and fair administrative action. The judge declared the appointment unconstitutional, unlawful, null and void ab initio.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  9. Adan Mohamed sworn in as KRA Commissioner-General

    Adan Abdulla Mohamed has been sworn in as the new Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for a three-year term, replacing Humphrey Wattanga who was appointed Kenya's High Commissioner to Australia in April 2026.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  10. Court of Appeal declines to halt 14 Riverside Drive auction

    Kenya's Court of Appeal has declined to grant interim orders stopping the planned auction of Nairobi's 14 Riverside Drive complex, scheduled for 26 May 2026. The dispute stems from a 2010 property transaction involving a deposit of about Ksh.577 million, with the appellate court set to deliver its ruling on 27 November 2026.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. DIG Lagat announces senior police transfers and new Traffic Commandant

    Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat has announced senior police transfers and appointments, including Benjamin Mwanthi as the new Traffic Commandant and John Chebii as Eastern Regional Police Commander. Officials described the changes as routine administrative adjustments aimed at strengthening operational efficiency ahead of next year's General Election.

    11 hours ago · Capital News →

  12. NCIC Chairman warns leaders against hate speech before 2027 elections

    Newly sworn-in National Cohesion and Integration Commission Chairman Kepha Omae has called on political leaders and citizens to reject divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election, urging restraint and warning that freedom of expression should not undermine national unity. He is also appealing to Parliament to fast-track the enactment of the proposed NCIC Act 2026 to strengthen the commission's mandate.

    12 hours ago · Capital News →

  13. Malala accuses Ruto of ethnic profiling against Kikuyus

    Democracy for Citizens Party deputy leader Cleophas Malala has accused President William Ruto of orchestrating ethnic profiling against the Kikuyu community ahead of the 2027 General Election, drawing parallels to the divisive "41 vs 1" narrative associated with the 2007 post-election violence period.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  14. Jubilee condemns government for blaming Uhuru for economic crisis

    The Jubilee Party has condemned the government for blaming former President Uhuru Kenyatta for the ongoing economic crisis, saying this tactic is an admission that the government has no credible solutions and urging the current leadership to account for its record on issues including fuel prices and road maintenance levies.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  15. Deputy President calls for peace after transport strike violence

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Kenyans to embrace peace and stability following a transport sector strike marked by death, destruction, and violence in some parts of the country. The nationwide strike by matatu operators, now in its second day, was triggered by their rejection of a government proposal to reduce diesel prices by Sh10 per litre, which they said was insufficient to offset rising operational costs.

    6 hours ago · Capital News →

  16. Parliament reviews Nyoro's proposal to reduce fuel prices

    The National Assembly has begun reviewing legislative proposals from Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro to reduce fuel prices. Nyoro's proposals include reducing fuel distributors', retailers' and wholesalers' margins by Sh4 per litre and scrapping the 8 per cent VAT on fuel.

    7 hours ago · Capital News →

  17. Kuria says he will back Gachagua if ballot eligible in 2027

    Former Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria said he would support former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's 2027 presidential bid only if Gachagua succeeds in securing a place on the ballot, raising questions over Gachagua's eligibility following his 2024 impeachment, with legal opinion remaining divided on whether the impeachment affects his future candidacy.

    7 hours ago · Capital News →

  18. MAK accuses transport leaders of secretly ending fuel strike

    The Motorists Association of Kenya says some transport sector leaders undermined a planned nationwide strike by holding private negotiations with government officials and cancelling protests without consulting the broader alliance of truck owners, taxi operators, bus companies, and other transport players. MAK argues the resulting diesel price reduction fails to address wider concerns about fuel prices and cost of living.

    8 hours ago · Capital News →

  19. Cherargei accuses Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices

    Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has accused Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices, claiming Nyoro contributed to the current tax regime on petroleum products while serving as Chairperson of the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Cherargei says Nyoro has no moral authority to propose measures to lower fuel prices after being part of the decision to raise VAT on petroleum products from 8% to 16% in 2023/2024.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  20. MCA alleges cartels pocket Ksh.30M for illegal high-rises

    Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai has alleged that powerful cartels pocket around Ksh.30 million to drive illegal high-rise developments in Nairobi's affluent estates, claiming developers use intimidation, bribery and manipulation of public participation processes.

    4 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  21. Siaya Governor Orengo protests abrupt security withdrawal

    Siaya Governor James Orengo has written a protest letter to the Inspector General of Police over the withdrawal of his security detail and officers at his Nairobi residence on Tuesday evening, which he termed "abrupt and unprocedural," and has demanded an official explanation and reinstatement or replacement of the security.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  22. Sakaja proposes suspending fuel taxes above KSh 200 per litre

    Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has proposed a tax-capping mechanism that would suspend fuel taxes whenever pump prices exceed KSh 200 per litre, arguing that the Energy ministry should develop a flexible pricing formula to balance revenue collection with consumer protection against rising fuel costs.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  23. Siaya Governor Orengo protests security personnel withdrawal

    Siaya Governor James Orengo has protested the abrupt withdrawal of his official security personnel and officers assigned to his Nairobi residence on May 19 without prior notice or explanation. He described the move as irregular and a violation of constitutional and statutory protections, and demanded an immediate explanation from the Ministry of Interior and National Administration and the Inspector General of Police.

    4 hours ago · Capital News →

Business

  1. Matatu strike for two days disrupts transport nationwide

    A nationwide matatu strike lasting two days left Kenyans stranded and disrupted daily life for millions relying on public transport, forcing many to walk long distances to work or stay home and lose income as bus fares doubled.

    21 hours ago · The Standard →

  2. Kenyan logistics startup digitises Africa's fragmented transport industry

    Charles Thuo, a 38-year-old aerospace engineer and former Boeing designer, founded Apexloads to digitise Africa's logistics sector after identifying a $50 billion gap in the continent's economy.

    21 hours ago · The Standard →

  3. BAT Kenya warns tobacco bill risks Ksh.12 billion revenue loss

    British American Tobacco Kenya submitted a memorandum to the National Assembly expressing concern that the proposed Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024 could result in annual government revenue losses of up to Ksh.12 billion and threaten over 100,000 livelihoods in the tobacco value chain. The company warns the bill could fuel illicit cigarette trade, which it says accounts for about 45 per cent of Kenya's total cigarette market, and opposes the proposed blanket ban on tobacco and nicotine product flavours as excessive and inconsistent with global regulatory trends.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  4. Bitget presents tokenized stocks platform at Kenya crypto conference

    Global cryptocurrency exchange Bitget showcased its Universal Exchange ecosystem at the Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference 2026, highlighting tokenized stocks, stock perpetuals, and traditional financial products designed to simplify African access to global financial markets previously hindered by complex onboarding and currency conversion barriers.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  5. Matatus resume after two-day strike over fuel costs

    Public service vehicles returned to Nairobi roads on Wednesday after a two-day matatu strike that paralysed transport and disrupted business activities. Matatu operators who led the strike protested high fuel costs, with drivers reporting that fuel prices have increased by about 2,000 shillings per tank, significantly reducing earnings.

    9 hours ago · Capital News →

  6. DP Kindiki says government balancing fuel costs with service delivery

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government is seeking ways to reduce fuel costs without disrupting other critical sectors, and that a balance must be struck between managing the cost of living and funding infrastructure and economic development.

    4 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  7. Nairobi pledges permanent role in global GITEX technology network

    Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja committed to long-term support for AI EVERYTHING KENYA X GITEX KENYA, pledging that Nairobi will become a permanent participant in the global GITEX network, one of the world's largest tech and AI event platforms.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Agriculture & Land

  1. Government launches crackdown on unregulated milk hawking networks

    Kenya's Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has declared that milk hawking must stop, calling the unregulated sale of raw milk a danger to public health and an obstacle to dairy industry growth. The government flagged off 25 bulk milk coolers as part of sector reforms aimed at ensuring milk is traceable, tested, and safe for consumers.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. AGRA launches ClimVAT digital tool for climate risk mapping

    The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has unveiled ClimVAT, a digital climate vulnerability assessment platform designed to help policymakers and agricultural planners identify areas vulnerable to climate change and design targeted interventions for farmers. The platform combines satellite climate data, soil information, and socio-economic indicators to generate high-resolution climate risk maps at national and sub-county levels.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  3. Government cracks down on unregulated milk hawking, announces dairy reforms

    Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe warned that unregulated raw milk poses a public health risk and undermines Kenya's dairy industry, announcing a crackdown on milk hawking and rolling out 230 milk coolers worth KSh1.4B countrywide to strengthen organized collection systems, improve traceability, and support dairy cooperatives.

    4 hours ago · Capital News →

  4. Kenya securitises smallholder farm loans for institutional investment

    Kenya is testing local-currency securitization of smallholder farm loans to attract institutional investors into agriculture. The move reflects a broader African shift to build financial infrastructure, including warehouse receipt systems and digital commodity registries, to standardize agricultural risk and make farm lending more investable at scale.

    5 hours ago · Capital News →

Society

  1. Families of fuel protests victims seek accountability for deaths

    A student was shot dead by police in Kakamega during countrywide protests against high fuel costs, and his mother is demanding justice for his death.

    21 hours ago · The Standard →

  2. Police arrest three, seize 18kg cannabis on Laikipia-Nyeri border

    Three suspects were arrested in Ichuga after police recovered 18 kilogrammes of suspected cannabis in a joint anti-narcotics operation by Laikipia and Nyeri county officers. The haul included 692 rolls of suspected cannabis, three kilogrammes of unprocessed narcotics, one kilogramme of cannabis seeds, and six stones of the substance.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  3. Crocodile kills two people at Athi River in Makueni County

    A 35-year-old woman was attacked by a crocodile while crossing Athi River in Makueni County on Monday evening; a 20-year-old man who tried to rescue her was also killed. Disaster response officials and Kenya Red Cross are expected to begin a search operation for the two bodies.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  4. Two youths shot dead during Busia protest clash

    Two youths were shot dead by police in Busia town following violent clashes with a group called "Jobless" during demonstrations demanding the release of detained youth leader Edwin Wepukhulu. Three others were injured in the incident, and demonstrators alleged police brutality, claiming the youths were shot from behind while fleeing after tear gas was fired.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  5. Two arrested with bhang worth Ksh.4.2 million in Kilifi

    The DCI arrested two suspects, Eisha Mzungu Kalama and Jamal Chilumo Chiraga, in possession of bhang valued at Ksh.4.2 million in Kisumu Ndogo, Kilifi County. Detectives found 142 kilograms of cannabis sativa wrapped and ready for distribution during an anti-narcotics operation.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  6. Kenya rules out blanket Ebola quarantines, uses risk-based screening

    Kenya has rejected blanket quarantines for travellers and truck drivers as part of its Ebola preparedness, instead implementing enhanced risk-based screening and surveillance aligned with WHO guidance. The country has screened over 34,500 travellers at borders and airports, and is deploying an online passenger surveillance system and cross-border coordination with Uganda, DRC, and regional partners.

    16 hours ago · Capital News →

  7. Kenya activates Ebola response as DRC, Uganda cases rise

    Kenya has launched intensified nationwide Ebola preparedness measures through the Kenya National Public Health Institute following Bundibugyo strain outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, though no cases linked to the current outbreak have been detected in Kenya. The WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and the Africa CDC classified it as a Grade 3 High Risk event due to cross-border transmission and the absence of licensed vaccines for the Bundibugyo strain.

    17 hours ago · Capital News →

  8. High Court rules Kenyan law permits gender marker changes on documents

    Kenya's High Court issued a landmark ruling that Kenyan law does not expressly prohibit the alteration of sex or gender markers on official documents, finding that the refusal by state agencies to amend the documents of transgender activist Audrey Mbugua Ithibu violated constitutional guarantees on equality, dignity, privacy, freedom of expression and fair administrative action.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  9. Limuru man arrested for stabbing neighbour, alleged court witness

    Police in Limuru, Kiambu County, arrested a man suspected of fatally stabbing his neighbour, described by residents as a key witness in an ongoing court case scheduled for Friday. The suspect and deceased were involved in a long-standing court dispute, with residents claiming the suspect had previously threatened to "land him in the grave."

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  10. Robbery suspect charged for stealing goods worth Ksh.2.4M

    Joshua Wambua Mutua was arraigned at Machakos Law Courts and charged with robbing Kelvin Miriti of a Toyota Voxy, mobile phone, and Ksh.6,800 in cash on January 20, 2026. He pleaded not guilty and was remanded in custody pending a July 2 mention.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. Two killed as crowd clashes with police in Busia

    Two people died during violent confrontations after a crowd of nearly 200 youths stormed a Busia police station following the arrest of a suspect linked to destruction of a police vehicle, Busia County Police Commander Ahmed Abdilleh confirmed. The group allegedly attempted to loot businesses and vandalized public infrastructure including buildings belonging to the Kenya Medical Training College and county government offices.

    10 hours ago · Capital News →

  12. Botswana government denies fake holiday for Arsenal fans

    A viral social media post claiming the Botswana government had declared a public holiday for Arsenal supporters was dismissed as fake by the ruling administration's official pages, which displayed a "FAKE" stamp across the fabricated press release.

    8 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  13. FIDA demands government action on gender-based violence

    Federation of Women Lawyers Kenya (FIDA-Kenya) has issued a 40-day ultimatum to the government demanding urgent action to address growing cases of gender-based violence and femicide. The organization is calling on President William Ruto to declare GBV and femicide a national crisis, mobilise emergency resources, establish a dedicated GBV Fund, and create rapid response systems in affected counties.

    9 hours ago · Capital News →

  14. Taxi driver arrested for killing gospel singer Racheal Muthoni

    A taxi driver, Josiah Njeru Njiri, has been arrested in connection with the death of gospel singer Racheal Muthoni, who died from severe burns after being doused in petrol and set ablaze. The arrest comes as human rights organisations report that at least eight femicide cases are reported each week in Kenya.

    2 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  15. Kenya heightens Ebola surveillance after WHO declares DRC outbreak emergency

    Kenya's Ministry of Health has stepped up national surveillance and response measures following the World Health Organisation's declaration of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a public health emergency of international concern. The number of suspected cases in DRC and Uganda has risen to 600, with 139 suspected deaths, and Kenya remains free of the virus but faces concern over regional links through transport and cross-border movement.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  16. Human rights groups demand GBV declared national crisis

    Human rights bodies have given the government 40 days to address rising femicide and gender-based violence cases, threatening street protests if demands are not met. Their demands include declaring GBV a national crisis, establishing a GBV fund, ensuring police accountability, and launching a national campaign.

    4 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  17. First Lady Ruto urges greater autism support system in Kenya

    During a State Visit to Kazakhstan, First Lady Rachel Ruto visited the Asyl Miras Center for children with autism and called for Kenya to adopt similar models of comprehensive support, awareness-raising and professional training to serve children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families.

    5 hours ago · Capital News →

Culture

  1. Russian director returns with Ukraine war drama film

    Acclaimed Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev premiered "Minotaur" at Cannes Film Festival, his first film in nine years and first in exile, a family drama set amid the war in Ukraine featuring a wealthy Russian couple's failing marriage against the backdrop of men being drafted for the front.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Sport

  1. Arsenal wins Premier League title after 22-year drought

    Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth, ending a 22-year wait and securing the title with one game remaining. The article examines key factors in the Gunners' triumph under Mikel Arteta, including goalkeeper David Raya's clean-sheet record.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Arsenal win Premier League title after City draw

    Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions after a 22-year wait, with Manchester City held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. Arsenal finished as champions after their 1-0 win over Burnley on Monday, ending a six-year trophy drought and moving five points clear of City.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Mikel Arteta leads Arsenal to Premier League title

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has won the Premier League title, ending the club's drought since Arsene Wenger's "Invincibles" era 22 years earlier. Arteta was appointed in 2019 with no prior managerial experience and served as assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City before taking the Arsenal role.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  4. Arsenal wins first Premier League title in 22 years

    Arsenal clinched their first Premier League title in 22 years on May 19, 2026, after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. Players and thousands of fans celebrated at Emirates Stadium, with some lighting fireworks and flares.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  5. LOOP Safari Gravel Series returns to Naivasha as UCI qualifier

    The second leg of the 2026 LOOP Safari Gravel Series takes place on 13 June at Hell's Gate National Park in Naivasha, hosting over 700 cyclists across 20km, 60km, and 111km routes. The event doubles as a UCI Gravel World Series Qualifier, with top finishers eligible to qualify for the 2026 UCI Gravel World Championships in Western Australia.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  6. Kenya Police Bullets win third consecutive women's football title

    Kenya Police Bullets defeated Madira Soccer Assassins 1-0 to secure their third consecutive FKF Women's Premier League championship, earning qualification for CECAFA qualifiers for the CAF Women's Champions League in Tanzania. FKF President Hussein Mohammed expressed commitment to increasing investment and support for women's football clubs.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  7. Guardiola defers exit talk after City's title hopes fade

    A 1-1 draw at Bournemouth ended Manchester City's Premier League title hopes with Arsenal confirmed as champions after a 22-year wait. Manager Pep Guardiola said he would discuss his future with the club's hierarchy after the season, declining to comment on reports he would step down.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  8. Manchester City faces 115 Premier League financial charges

    Pep Guardiola, who has managed Manchester City for 10 seasons and won six Premier League titles, the Champions League, and a historic Treble, may leave the club at season's end as an independent commission continues to investigate more than 100 charges of alleged breaches of Premier League financial rules. Manchester City has denied wrongdoing throughout the case.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  9. Ksh.11.02B more needed to complete AFCON 2027 stadiums

    Kenya's Sports State Department principal secretary told Parliament that an additional Ksh.11.02 billion in Exchequer support is required to complete earmarked stadiums for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and safeguard Kenya's hosting rights. The total contractual cost of stadium projects is Ksh.15.11 billion, of which only Ksh.3.74 billion has been paid so far.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  10. Kenya Lionesses squad named for Rugby Africa tournament

    Head coach Simon Odongo has unveiled a 28-player Kenya Lionesses squad for the Rugby Africa Women's Performance Division tournament, a four-nation event featuring Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, and Madagascar from May 21–31 at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. Natasha Emali and Judith Auma have been named co-captains.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. Military duties disrupt Ulinzi Stars' KPL consistency, says Muhiddin

    Former Harambee Stars coach Twahir Muhiddin says deploying players to military duties mid-season has affected Ulinzi Stars, whose soldier-heavy squad faces a relegation battle for the first time since 1998. Muhiddin says travel and competing work obligations disrupt team training and commitment.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  12. Xhaka named Switzerland captain for 2026 World Cup squad

    Veteran midfielder Granit Xhaka, 33, was named in Switzerland's World Cup squad on Wednesday and will appear in his seventh successive major international tournament as the national team captain. The 26-man squad includes five players from English Premier League clubs, among them Burnley forward Zeki Amdouni, whose inclusion surprised as he has played just 45 minutes this season while recovering from a knee ligament injury.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  13. Tottenham faces final-day Premier League survival fight

    Tottenham Hotspur, one of English football's traditional 'Big Six' clubs, lost 2–1 to Chelsea and must avoid relegation on the final day of the season; midfielder James Maddison said the situation is "a little bit embarrassing" for the club, which will need a win or likely a draw against Everton to guarantee their top-flight status.

    8 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  14. Kenya rises in African curling after sport introduced in 2020

    Curling was first introduced to Kenya in 2020 when Laventa Oguta, then president of the Kenya Curling Federation, secured a curling center in Nairobi and engaged schools and local organizations. Kenya received official World Curling Federation recognition in 2021, becoming only the second African nation after Nigeria to join the international curling community, and has since participated in six international competitions.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  15. Eldonets lose to Strathmore Swords despite improved second-half effort

    Eldonets lost 64-67 to Strathmore Swords in the National Women's Basketball Premier League on Sunday, with coach Moses Muge attributing the defeat to a slow start that forced his team to play catch-up. The loss leaves Eldonets fifth in the standings with 14 points after ten matches.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  16. Djokovic faces age challenge at French Open

    Novak Djokovic, turning 39, arrives at Roland Garros facing the challenge of time and younger rivals. The 24-time Grand Slam champion has played sparingly in 2026 and lost his only clay-court match so far, to Croatian qualifier Dino Prizmic at the Italian Open.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  17. Saka celebrates Arsenal's first Premier League title since 2004

    Arsenal secured their first Premier League title in more than two decades after Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth gave the Gunners an unassailable four-point lead. Bukayo Saka said critics were "not laughing at us anymore" as players and supporters gathered to celebrate the achievement.

    2 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  18. Pep Guardiola set to leave Manchester City after decade

    Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, 55, is reportedly in his final days at the club after a decade of success in English football. The Catalan is widely reported to leave after Sunday's match against Aston Villa, though the club has made no official comment.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  19. World Cup favourites shape up before North American finals

    With the 2026 World Cup starting in three weeks, Citizen Digital reviews the leading contenders at the first-ever 48-team finals, beginning with France (ranked 1st) and Spain (ranked 2nd). France, unbeaten in nine matches since June, feature attacking talent including Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe, while Spain remain undefeated since winning Euro 2024.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  20. Southampton appeals expulsion from Championship play-off final

    Southampton has appealed its expulsion from the Championship play-off final after an English Football League disciplinary commission found the club guilty of spying on Middlesbrough's training session. The club argues the punishment is disproportionate to previous sanctions in English football history.

    5 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  21. Mohit seeks to extend lead at PGK Equator Tour leg two

    Mohit Mediratta of Sigona Golf Club, winner of the opening leg in April, heads into the second leg of the PGK Equator Tour at Thika Sports Club (21–24 May) confident of another strong performance despite stiff competition.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Tourism & Environment

  1. CS Murkomen launches Ksh.14.7B Cherangany Hills restoration effort

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has unveiled a Ksh.14.7 billion environmental restoration programme for the Cherangany Hills ecosystem following the October 31, 2025 Chesongoch landslides, which killed at least 26 people and left dozens missing in Elgeyo-Marakwet County.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. Murkomen, Ida Odinga lead Cherangany Hills ecosystem restoration race

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Kenya's Ambassador to UNEP Ida Odinga are headlining a 10-kilometre peace and conservation race in Elgeyo-Marakwet County to launch the Cherangany Hills Ecosystem Restoration for Livelihood Improvement, Sustainability and Harmony (CHERISH) programme, aimed at rehabilitating one of Kenya's five major water towers while creating green jobs and promoting peace-building in the North Rift region.

    3 hours ago · Capital News →

World & Region

  1. UK police investigate historical child abuse claims from Epstein files

    UK police in Surrey are investigating two separate allegations of historical child sexual abuse that emerged in files about late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, one involving Surrey and Berkshire in the mid-1990s to 2000 and the other involving west Surrey in the mid- to late 1980s. Police said they have not arrested anyone and are looking for ways to verify information and establish corroborating evidence.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. US-Nigeria airstrikes kill 175 Islamic State fighters in weekend campaign

    Joint US and Nigerian military airstrikes over the weekend killed 175 Islamic State jihadists in northeastern Nigeria, including the group's global second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. The strikes also destroyed checkpoints, weapons caches, and logistical hubs used by the terrorist group.

    18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  3. Israel strikes Lebanon, warns dozen towns to evacuate

    The Israeli military launched strikes across southern Lebanon on Tuesday, targeting areas in the Tyre district and Nabatieh province, and warned residents of a dozen towns to evacuate despite an ongoing truce with Hezbollah. Strikes destroyed buildings including a primary healthcare centre and damaged homes, shops, and a mosque.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  4. UN expert alleges torture of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli prisons

    A UN special rapporteur on torture raised alarm on Tuesday over alleged torture, potentially unlawful deaths, and incommunicado detention of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli prisons since October 2023, citing information gathered on 52 cases of torture or ill-treatment and 33 additional cases.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  5. Ebola deaths in eastern DRC reach 131; WHO declares emergency

    Deaths from an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have risen to 131, with 543 suspected cases and 33 confirmed cases in DRC, plus two confirmed cases in Uganda. The WHO Director-General has declared the rare Bundibugyo strain outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, the first such declaration made before convening an emergency committee.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  6. Death toll from China rains reaches 22, 20 missing

    Heavy rainfall across central and southern China since the weekend has killed 22 people with 20 more unaccounted for, according to state media, triggering school and work suspensions and relief efforts across several provinces.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  7. Cuba faces economic crisis amid US tensions and blackouts

    A four-month US oil blockade has pushed Cuba's economy toward collapse, causing power outages of up to 20 hours daily, runaway inflation, and shortages of basic goods. Tensions have escalated as Cuba's leader warned of a "bloodbath" in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba's main intelligence agency and top leaders.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  8. EU ends visa restrictions on Ethiopia over migration cooperation

    The EU Council lifted restrictive visa measures on Ethiopia imposed in 2024, citing improved cooperation on identifying and returning nationals staying illegally in EU member states. The restrictions had suspended visa facilitation provisions including simplified requirements and fee waivers.

    15 hours ago · Capital News →

  9. Kenya, Kazakhstan sign bilateral agreements to deepen ties

    Kenya and Kazakhstan have signed bilateral agreements during President William Ruto's State Visit to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties, with the agreements positioning Kenya as Kazakhstan's anchor nation in East and Central Africa and Kazakhstan as Kenya's gateway to Central Asia.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  10. Ruto receives Kazakhstan's top Order of Dostyk honour

    President William Ruto received the Order of Dostyk, First Degree—Kazakhstan's highest state decoration awarded to foreign nationals and citizens for contributions to peace, mutual understanding, and diplomatic cooperation—during his state visit. Ruto said the honour reflects Kenya and Kazakhstan's shared commitment to peace and cooperation and vowed to deepen ties between the nations.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. US to exempt DR Congo World Cup team from Ebola entry ban

    The United States will allow the Democratic Republic of Congo's World Cup team to enter the country despite a blanket entry ban on non-Americans who have been in the DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan in the previous 21 days due to an Ebola outbreak. A senior State Department official said the DRC team is expected to be able to attend the World Cup.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  12. Kenyan motorist drives Land Rover across Canada solo

    Kim Musau, a Kenyan driving enthusiast, is undertaking a cross-country expedition in a Kenyan-registered Land Rover from Nova Scotia to Vancouver. The journey has been highlighted by Kenya's High Commission in Canada.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  13. Modi visits UAE to secure energy deals amid Gulf tensions

    Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United Arab Emirates to pursue major energy agreements as global oil prices surge amid US-Israel tensions with Iran and Middle East instability. India sources roughly 10 per cent of its crude oil from the UAE and is the Gulf nation's largest liquefied natural gas customer, and stands to benefit from the UAE's recent withdrawal from OPEC.

    11 hours ago · Capital News →

  14. Kenya, Kazakhstan sign bilateral agreements on trade and technology

    Kenya and Kazakhstan signed a series of strategic bilateral agreements covering trade, transport, mining, space technology, ICT, tourism, and climate cooperation during President William Ruto's State Visit to Astana. President Ruto said the partnerships would lay the foundation for long-term cooperation and economic transformation, reflecting a shared commitment to job creation, technology transfer, and market expansion.

    11 hours ago · Capital News →

  15. Ruto's Kazakhstan visit aims to deepen trade and diplomatic ties

    President William Ruto, on the first-ever official visit by a Kenyan president to Kazakhstan, held bilateral talks with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Astana to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, and regional connectivity between the two nations.

    12 hours ago · Capital News →

  16. Kenya urges global cooperation against terrorism financing at Paris conference

    At the 5th No Money for Terror Conference in Paris, Kenya's Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo called for stronger international cooperation, enhanced intelligence sharing, and coordinated action against terrorism financing. Kiptoo noted that Kenya has strengthened its Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism framework through legal, regulatory, and institutional reforms to align with international standards and counter sophisticated illicit financing networks.

    13 hours ago · Capital News →

  17. Ruto, Tokayev pledge stronger Kenya-Kazakhstan trade ties

    Presidents William Ruto and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev agreed to translate trade and investment ties into concrete commercial partnerships during a business forum, laying out a roadmap for cooperation in trade, energy, logistics and technology.

    6 hours ago · Capital News →

  18. Iran jails ex-goalkeeper for anti-Khamenei social media post

    Iran has jailed Mohammad Rashid Mazaheri, a former goalkeeper for the national men's football team who played in the 2018 World Cup, after he published a post critical of then-supreme leader Ali Khamenei earlier this year. The Iranian judiciary confirmed his arrest but claimed he was detained for attempting to illegally cross the border, according to his wife's account.

    4 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Opinion

  1. Kenya Kwanza's fuel policy exposed amid rising prices crisis

    An opinion piece argues the government's response to rising fuel prices has been ineffective and contradictory, with officials ignoring warnings from economists and relying on defensive rhetoric rather than practical action. The writer criticizes controversial policy decisions including government divestiture from Kenya Pipeline Company and a government-to-government fuel import arrangement with Gulf states.

    15 hours ago · Capital News →

  2. Adan Mohamed appointment reflects KRA's shift toward economic leadership

    An opinion piece argues that Adan Mohamed's appointment as KRA Commissioner General signals that the authority's challenges are now as much about economic conditions as tax administration, given rising political sensitivity around revenue collection, business pressure from high operating costs, and growing taxpayer complaints about compliance burdens.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  3. Young Kenyan men navigate changing expectations of masculinity

    An opinion piece examining how young Kenyan men are struggling with traditional expectations of manhood—financial provision, social dominance, suppressed vulnerability—amid rapidly shifting social and economic conditions and few spaces to process these changes.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

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